Nollywood actor and comedian John Okafor, best known as Mr Ibu, is currently bedridden.
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Nigerian actor and comedian, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu |
In a viral Instagram video on Wednesday, the comic actor solicited the prayers and financial assistance of his fans.
The comic actor said he has been hospitalised for two weeks because of “a strange and dangerous illness”.
The 62-year-old said his doctors have recommended the amputation of his legs.
In the video, Mr Ibu, who lay on the hospital bed in the company of his wife and daughter, said, “Just see me, if they cut off my leg, where do I go from here? Please pray for me, talk to God Almighty, and I don’t want my legs to be cut off. Thank you so much. God bless you.” PremiumTimesNG